Following our simple aftercare steps is vital towards ensuring maximum results and that the healing process goes as smoothly as possible. However, prior to this, there are also some pre-prep steps you can take to ensure your skin is in the best possible condition leading up to the appointment. ​

 

PRE-CARE ​

 

• Do not consume any alcohol, coffee or caffeinated products from at least 24 hours before your appointment.

• Do not take aspirin, any medication containing aspirin, ibuprofen, niacin or any vitamins that can thin the blood, unless absolutely medically necessary, from at least 48 hours before (Tylenol is acceptable)

• Avoid sun tanning at least seven days prior to procedure, as this will enable us to get a more accurate representation of your true skin tone and adjust darkness.

• Strictly no Botox, fillers, laser treatments and any other sort of chemical peels from at least two weeks before.

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AFTERCARE ​

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• Do not pick, scratch, rub or peel the affected area when healing.

• Do not consume alcohol, caffeine or any medication that can thin the blood such as aspirin, ibuprofen and niacin for up to 24 hours afterwards.

• Avoid strenuous activity or working out for first day afterwards as this causes the pores to open up.

• When showering, avoid having the shower head directly on the affected area and keep it away from shampoos and soaps whilst in the healing phase.

• Do not apply makeup to the affected area for at least 10 days after.

• Bepanthen cream or any equivalent can be used to speed up the healing process and keep the skin from drying out.

• If swelling appears, you may apply a cold compress using a thin protective layer like cloth in between.

• Ice packs are most effective within the first 24 hours of the procedure. ​​

 

FACT CHECK

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• Picking, rubbing, scratching and peeling the affected area before it is fully healed can adversely affect pigmentation and potentially cause scarring.

• Minor scabbing is to be expected and is simply part of the healing process.

• Alcohol and some medicine have blood-thinning properties that can disrupt the healing process which is why it is important to avoid these immediately before and after the procedure.

• The colour may well appear darker and sharper at first. This is normal and the colour will soften and lighten to its intended shading as the area heals.

• Exposure to direct sunlight and excessive heat when healing can cause pigmentation to fade and adversely affect the final results.

• Semi-permanent cosmetics are a multi-step process and a touch up will be needed after 4-6 weeks before it can be ascertained that your work is complete.